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Legislative Autonomy: A Pillar of Nigeria’s Democracy – DG NILDS

Oluwakemi Kindness The Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies, NILDS, Professor Abubakar Sulaiman, has reaffirmed that legislative autonomy remains the cornerstone of Nigeria’s democracy. This is contained in a statement made available by the Media Adviser to the DG, Mohammad Abdulkadri. Speaking at the end of a sabbatical paper presentation by Professor Shola Omotola at NILDS' permanent site in Abuja, Professor Sulaiman emphasized that true legislative independence is essential for effective law-making, representation, and oversight. According […]

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INEC Dismisses Rivers Governor’s Allegation of Selective Election Implementation

By Anayo Akwitti The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed claims by Rivers State Governor, Simi Fubara, accusing the Commission of selectively conducting elections to fill vacant legislative seats following the defection of lawmakers. In a statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the INEC Chairman, Rotimi Oyekanmi, the Commission clarifies that while no specific instances of alleged selective action were cited, the governor's remarks appeared to target INEC’s handling of the political crisis in Rivers State […]

February 28, 2025 12

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Babangida Must Take Responsibility for His Actions While in Office – Nwambu

By Chinedu Echianu Reactions have continued to trail the public presentation of Former Head of State, Ibrahim Babangida’s Autobiography titled; “A Journey in Service,”, even as a civil society organization is insisting that he (Babangida) must face the consequences of his actions while in office. Director General, Centre for Credible Leadership and Citizens Awareness, Dr. Gabriel Nwambu said the former self-styled military President has held on to the truth for so long and therefore raises urgent questions about accountability, […]

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Business

Suspend Fee Hike, FCCPC Tells MultiChoice

Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has directed MultiChoice Nigeria, the operator of DStv and GOtv, to maintain its current subscription prices pending the conclusion of an ongoing investigation into the company’s proposed tariff adjustment. FCCPC disclosed this in a statement on Thursday by its Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu. The directive follows MultiChoice’s request for an extension regarding its scheduled appearance before the commission over concerns surrounding its recurring price increases. Although FCCPC granted […]

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Economy

NDIC Urges Legal Practitioners to Aid Debt Recovery

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), has urged legal practitioners to support its efforts in recovering debts and realizing assets from failed banks to strengthen the country’s financial system. Speaking at the 2024 Sensitisation Seminar for External Solicitors in Abuja, NDIC’s Managing Director, Hassan Bello, emphasized that debt recovery is crucial to the Corporation’s mandate. Represented by the Head of Litigation, Ramatu Abdullahi, Bello, stressed the need for continuous collaboration with legal professionals to enhance financial system […]

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Don’t Underestimate The Power of Prayer, NCPC Boss Tells Christian Pilgrims

By Chinedu Echianu The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Bishop Stephen Adegbite, has emphasized the importance of prayer for Nigeria's well-being, describing it as the sustaining grace that keeps the nation intact. A statement signed by Celestine Toruka, Deputy Director and Head, Media and Public Relations Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission stated that Bishop Adegbite made the assertion during the airlift of the 9th batch of intending Christian pilgrims to Israel and Jordan at the pilgrims' […]

February 27, 2025 11

Business

Tax Reform Bills Will Boost Economy – Senator Lad

By: Anayo Akwitti The Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters, Senator Basheer Lado, CON, has assured Nigerians that the proposed tax reform Bills undergoing a public hearing at the National Assembly will drive economic growth and enhance the standard of living. Speaking during a courtesy visit by a delegation of professors, scholars, and commissioners from Kano State, Senator Lado reaffirmed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to establishing a fair, transparent, and growth-oriented tax system. “This […]

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Economy

Block Revenue Leakage To Enhance Your Revenue, AGF Tells States

Oluwakemi Kindness The Accountant General of the Federation, Dr. Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein, has Charged Federal Pay Officers (FPOs) to be Financially Prudent and embrace the new financial reform initiatives in the discharge of their duties. This is as the AGF also reiterated her mandate to Federal Pay Officers to ensure that Federal Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in the States comply with the provisions of the public financial management reform initiatives of the Federal Government. Dr. Madein who stated this […]

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National Assembly

House Advocates Special Fund For Persons With Disabilities In Nigeria

Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives on Tuesday advocated for the Disability Trust Funds to cater for the plights of over 35 million people with disabilities in Nigeria. The House Committee on Disability Matters made the call at the Official Signing of Memorandum of Understanding for PWDs Potential Unhinged Project. Chairman of the Committee, Bashiru Dawodu, explained that lack of compliance to the disability act is hindering their contribution to National economy. He also called for tax exemption for Persons […]

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